On this day June 26, 1989, supergroup Bad English released their self titled debut album. Formed by members of Journey and The Babys, including vocalist John Waite and keyboardist Jonathan Cain, the band combined polished arena rock with powerful ballads.
The album reached number 21 on the Billboard 200 and produced several hits, including the chart topping single When I See You Smile. With its mix of hard rock riffs and radio ready hooks, Bad English quickly became one of the standout rock releases at the close of the decade.
80s insight: Bad English captured the last wave of 80s rock before the arrival of 90s grunge, blending the big sound and emotion driven style that had defined much of the decade’s rock scene.
The album reached number 21 on the Billboard 200 and produced several hits, including the chart topping single When I See You Smile. With its mix of hard rock riffs and radio ready hooks, Bad English quickly became one of the standout rock releases at the close of the decade.
80s insight: Bad English captured the last wave of 80s rock before the arrival of 90s grunge, blending the big sound and emotion driven style that had defined much of the decade’s rock scene.
